School Specialty Employer Reviews

Management is woefully lacking in talent at all levels, from the board and executives, downward. School Specialty is the classic case of the right hand not knowing what the left is doing. The company has no clear direction and management consistently disseminates conflicting information.

Also, made a lot of promises when I hired in that were completely – more...  invalid (benefits package, merit pay raises, opportunities). There's almost no way to move up in this company. – less

Lack of quality management-to-personel communication and salaries unreasonably below national average should make this company choices below other picks.

Office managers may work hard to represent you, but their bosses, often flying or commuting-in internationally, are often disconnected from the vital work force.

People do what they need to to keep – more...  their own jobs. (But don't we all?)

Overall, the people work for their own gain, not the goal of the company--they could care less about the company. – less

Repetative work
Crosstrained in most departments which is nice.
Good co-workers

School Specialty has a great business plan but executes it very poorly. They have a great set of values as they put family first in all aspects. The real downside is there is no career advancement opportunities and the pay is somewhat low.